Network Construction Project Manager
About The Position
Wisper ISP is a high-speed internet provider headquartered in Mascoutah, Illinois, with regional offices across Missouri. We deliver reliable service throughout Southern Illinois, Southern Indiana, Missouri, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Kansas, and take pride in providing excellent customer service, quality installations, and trusted connectivity. We are seeking a Network Construction Project Manager to oversee fiber construction projects from handoff through closeout. In this role, you will ensure projects are delivered on scope, on schedule, and within budget while keeping complex, multi-phase builds aligned across the board. This position is eligible for Hybrid home/office schedule --regular in-office work/attendance is required. Required in-office work Monday-Wednesday; Work from home flexibility Thursday-Friday. Candidate must live within one hour's driving distance from a local office.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 3–5+ years of experience in telecommunications project management, construction, or operations
- Demonstrated experience managing project schedules, budgets, and multi-phase construction projects
- Strong understanding of fiber network architecture and OSP construction methods, including aerial and underground deployment, splicing, testing, permitting, make-ready, and network activation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Power BI
- Ability to work independently while effectively managing timelines and deliverables
- Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
- Able to pass a background check, MVR, and drug screening
Responsibilities
- Managing project plans and resources
- Monitoring cost and timeline performance
- Identifying and mitigating critical-path risks
- Maintaining accountability across internal teams and contractors
- Owning project level financial performance (P&L)
- Ensuring compliance with construction standards, safety, permitting, and regulatory requirements
- Providing clear, executive-ready reporting
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- life insurance
- health savings account
- paid time off
- short- and long-term disability
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
